2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2430 mm |
